Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif meets Saudi Crown Prince Moha­m­med Bin Salman on the sidelines of the Future Investment Initiative forum in Riyadh, on Tuesday.—APP

Pakistan’s Economic Strategy Anchored in Riyadh, Says PM

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  • PM Appreciates Saudi Support

 Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif met with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed Bin Salman at the Future Investment Initiative (FII) in Riyadh, expressing gratitude for Saudi Arabia’s significant role in Pakistan’s economic stability and development. He emphasized the depth of Pak-Saudi relations and highlighted key reforms underway in Pakistan.

  • Focus on Knowledge-Based Economy

 Addressing the FII, the premier promoted Pakistan’s shift toward a knowledge-based economy driven by advancements in AI, education, and health. He underscored the importance of partnerships to foster innovation, particularly in sectors like healthcare, climate resilience, and combating misinformation.

  • Youth as Drivers of Change

 Shehbaz praised Pakistan’s youth, describing them as resilient and pivotal to future development. He showcased educational initiatives, including Daanish Schools, which have transformed lives by making quality education accessible and empowering the next generation of professionals in fields like healthcare and technology.

  • Call for Global Peace

 In a firm stance on Palestine, PM Shehbaz emphasized that lasting global progress is impossible without peace, urging an immediate end to violence in Gaza.

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s two-day visit highlights Pakistan’s commitment to resilience, shared prosperity, and strategic alliances, aiming to attract investment in sectors crucial to a sustainable future.